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The Ultimate Awesome
The Ultimate Awesome!!!
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Of you want to experience Iceland, then in a tent on this trip
Of you want to experience Iceland, then in a tent on this trip. Ot is just awesome.
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It was just fantastic
It was just fantastic!
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Even though we've had a lot of rain during the hike, it's been an amazing trip thanks to the group, the guide and the amazing landscape
Even though we've had a lot of rain during the hike, it's been an am...
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An amazing way to meet people that enjoy active travelling in a country that has a landscape that compares to none
An amazing way to meet people that enjoy active travellin...
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Fantastic tour with a great group of people
Fantastic tour with a great group of people. Saw a side of Iceland that I would...
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An amazing adventure
An amazing adventure
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The magic and splendour of Iceland did not disappoint
The magic and splendour of Iceland did not disappo...
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It was a fantastic hike and the scenery was beautiful the pace was perfect
It was a fantastic hike and the scenery was beautiful the pace was perfect...
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Absolutely Awesome
Absolutely Awesome!
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This was a great way to see Iceland learn about the culture and the people, experience the country's unique environment and climate, and to meet a group of wonderful likeminded people
This was a great way to see Iceland - learn about the culture and the people, experience the country's unique environment and climate, and to meet a group of wonderf...
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During the week, you never stop to be amazed by the beauty of everything you see
During the week, you never stop to be amazed by the beauty of everything you see. It is tough and rewarding, creates a great sense of group unity and cooperation, an...
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Very nice tour for hiking, amazing landscape, got very nice people to know, ceo bergur guided us very well through all days and challenges (river crossing, ice climbing), had a great time and so much fun
Very nice tour for hiking, amazing landscape, got very nice people to know, ceo bergur guided us very well through all days and challenges (river crossing, ice climb...
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Great experience, with a good range of activities, luckily spent with a skilled CEO and a wonderful group of friends
Great experience, with a good range of activities, luckily...
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It was a relaxing, yet active holiday
It was a relaxing, yet active holiday. It was filled with the most amazing landscape and scenery.
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Fun and Tiring but in a good way
Fun and Tiring but in a good way
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Great experience
Great experience.
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An amazing and unique experience
An amazing and unique experience
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Great trip even though we were the oldest and couldn't maintain the late night festivities of the younger crowd
Great trip even though we were the oldest and couldn't m...
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Fantastic experience, both because of the destination and because of the great group dynamic
Fantastic experience, both because of the destination and because of the great group dynamic.
Editor’s Take
What to Look for in Small Group Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Most favorably reviewed small group tour operators have a few key things in common: attention to detail, a truly small group size, engaged local guides and a flexible attitude. Travelers who have been happy with their small group tour experience speak of how well organized and seamless their travels were, how much they were able to see and how they never felt rushed or like just another face in the crowd.
The most indelible memories were those from off-the-beaten-path experiences: accessing a museum after hours, sharing a meal with a local family, going behind the scenes at a centuries-old vineyard with one of the founder’s ancestors. Look for these special moments as you read reviews to get a better understanding of what might be possible on your own trip.
Those casting a negative review of their small group tour likely didn’t pay as close attention to their tour company’s personality. Some focus on younger travelers, some older, some on families - it’s important to do your research and limit your choices to those that not only offer trips where you want to go, but do so with travelers of similar age and interest to yourself.
Others may have been prompted to review their trip negatively if they were expecting a departure that never happened because of low numbers. Guaranteed (or not) departures is a key factor to consider - ask about this up front and what the tour operator’s policy is.
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